A federal judge in Brooklyn, New York, awarded statutory damages of $6.7 million to 21 graffiti artists in a suit that contended a building owner violated federal law when he painted over their artwork.

The state court system offers an increasingly popular way to safely and securely pay money owed to the Common Pleas and magisterial district courts — PAePay. Using the online feature saves time and adds convenience for citizens and court staff.

Justice Samuel Alito Jr. denied a request by Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania to stay an order by the PA Supreme Court that requires the redrawing of a congressional district map in a partisan gerrymandering case.

Alito did not give any reason for his decision, but the order “was expected,” the NY Times says, because "the Pennsylvania court had based its decision solely on the state constitution.”

This shouldn't be a surprise but pundits were speculating that the US Supreme Court might choose to intervene anyway. The bigger question is the timing of when the new lines will actually be drawn and how the PA Supreme Court's ruling will affect upcoming elections.

Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. has denied a request by Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania to stay an order by the state’s top court that requires the redrawing of a congressional district map in a partisan gerrymandering case.

We're sorry to hear of the passing of Monroe County accountant John Riley who died yesterday. John donated so much of his time to community organizations and was a real gentleman. We'll miss you. RIP John. ...

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